QURANIC THEMES AND REFLECTIONS IN ISLAMIC ART AND ARCHITECTURE

The present study attempts to analyze Quranic themes in Islamic art and architecture. This descriptive-analytical paper was carried out through desk studies. Results indicate that with the presence of true religion of Islam and Islamic teachings in Islamic countries, art and architecture gained a fresh flavor. Designs such as arabesque designs, Islamic decorating, spiritual sense in the spirit and body of buildings and artworks are a prominent feature of Islamic art. These characteristics have taken on a new role by removing the holiness of human and idols and using Quranic themes and designs. Quranic themes can be found mostly in the inscriptions, entrances, and internal and external walls of buildings. Quranic themes in Islamic art and architecture indicate its value and importance. Quranic themes have concretely strengthened the importance of unity and servitude in art and architectural works in various Islamic monuments. After combination with the Islamic culture, art and architectural works became more coherent, more enduring and more popular

Quranic themes, Islamic art, Islamic architecture, Islamic culture, decorations.